Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs HONOR 600 Lite

Our Verdict: Comparing Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR 600 Lite, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The Pixel gives you a sharper 460 PPI display, its LTPO AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 42MP front camera, while the HONOR is more appealing for its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera, and a larger 6,520 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Pixel for display quality; choose the HONOR if portability matters more.

The 600 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £406 over a typical contract, £1028 less than the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Expert Rating
4.4
13 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.6"
Display
LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1200 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
460 303
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm)
Battery
5,060 mAh 6,520 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm
Weight
199 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets)
Contracts
£45.00/mo (£299.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£359.00 £327.00
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL HONOR 600 Lite HONOR 600 Lite
Expert Rating 4.4
13 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.6"
Display LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1200 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 460 303
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm)
Battery 5,060 mAh 6,520 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm
Weight 199 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets)
Contracts £45.00/mo
£299.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £359.00 £327.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

24 Months

512GB

Porcelain

Unlimited

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£45 a month, £299 upfront.

HONOR 600 Lite
HONOR 600 Lite

24 Months

256GB

Black

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 a month, £9 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper on contract at £406.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the HONOR 600 Lite's 6.6", the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 303, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the HONOR 600 Lite has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR 600 Lite has a 108 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £327.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR 600 Lite?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR 600 Lite comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR 600 Lite use?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the HONOR 600 Lite uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 600 Lite is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is more compact. It's 19g lighter at 180 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the HONOR 600 Lite is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR 600 Lite run?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL runs Android 14 and the HONOR 600 Lite runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.